Cuphea hyssopifolia

Other common names
false heather
elfin herb

Family
Lythraceae

Genus
Cuphea can be annuals, perennials or evergreen shrubs, often with sticky hairs, opposite, simple leaves and tubular flowers with a showy calyx and small petals

Details
C. hyssopifolia is a compact, bushy spreading evergreen shrub to 45cm in height, with small, lance-shaped dark green leaves and small clusters of light purple, pink or white flowers 1cm across.

How to grow

Cultivation
Best grown in well-drained soil in a sheltered site in sun or partial shade but shade from hot sun. Alternatively grow in a pot under glass or as a houseplant

Propagation
Propagate by seed

Suggested planting locations and garden types
Flower borders and beds Wall-side Borders City & Courtyard Gardens Patio & Container Plants
How to care

Pruning
Pruning group 10 in spring if needed

Pests
Generally pest free

Diseases
Generally disease free
Source